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Learning from the practitioners of statecraft

A cohort of 18 Perry World House undergraduate student fellows traveled to Geneva to learn from diplomats, technical experts, and activists working to advance global security, economic growth, and well-being. A cohort of 18 Perry World House undergraduate student fellows traveled to Geneva during their 2026 spring break to meet some of the heroes who…

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Spring Intercultural Ventures explore geopolitics and economic change on the ground

The global immersion program enables Penn students from the Lauder Institute to gain a firsthand understanding of how policy, history, culture, and socioeconomic forces shape real-world conditions in various countries. The most recent Lauder Intercultural Ventures (LIVs) program cohort traveled to five destinations around the world for short-term academic immersions. Each LIV focuses on a theme relevant…

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Making AI Work for the People: Penn Washington Staff Reflection from Georgetown’s Tech & Society Week

On March 25th, Sasha Nicholas attended the “Making AI Work for the People” panel hosted by Georgetown University’s Initiative on Artificial Intelligence and Democratic Citizenship (AIDC) and the Georgetown Democracy Initiative. The recent discourse from many universities about technology and ethics and governance were front and center at the popular Tech & Society week.

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Penn Abroad’s PASSPORT to undergo a software transition this spring

Penn Abroad is excited to announce PASSPORT will have a new look and feel later this spring! In coordination with a transition of its software, the new PASSPORT interface will offer a range of features that will improve the Penn student experience, including:    This software transition is part of Penn Abroad’s ongoing commitment to providing an accessible, user-friendly application platform for students, faculty, and staff.   Spring 2027 Study Abroad applicants will be the…

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U.S.–China Relations Student Fellows Program 2026–27 Now Open

The Penn Project on the Future of U.S.-China Relations invites applications from current University of Pennsylvania undergraduate students to join our Student Fellows program for the 2026-27 academic year. Each year, ten (10) Student Fellows are competitively selected. Over the course of the academic year, Student Fellows will meet regularly in-person; be invited to join…

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Fall 2026 Penn Global Seminar Applications Now Open!

Penn Global Seminars combine intensive semester-long study with a short-term travel component that deepens your understanding of concepts discussed in the classroom. Applications are now open for Fall 2026! The deadline to apply is April 6, 2026.  Other Program Features: View courses and descriptions on the Penn Abroad website:

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Meet three faces behind Penn Washington’s revamped efforts to connect with federal policymakers

Penn Washington recently welcomed three new staff members to help lead its domestic and global policy programming as the center revamps its efforts to connect the University with the nation’s capital. Among the new hires are Director of Global Policy Programs Daniel Schneiderman, Domestic Policy Programs Coordinator Sasha Nicholas, and Global Policy Programs Coordinator Nikki…

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Alex Noyes Joins Penn Washington as Visiting Scholar

Penn Washington welcomes Dr. Alex Noyes as a Visiting Scholar. He will be researching Irregular Warfare, Resilience, and developing policy recommendations to address the challenges of both. In addition to his work at Penn Washington, he is a fellow in the Talbott Center for Security, Strategy, and Technology at the Brookings Institution. He has expertise…

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